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en-usMedical Xpress internet news portal provides the latest news on science including: Physics, Nanotechnology, Life Sciences, Space Science, Earth Science, Environment, Health and Medicine.Geographic disparities seen in distribution of dermatologists(HealthDay)—There are substantial disparities in the geographic distribution of dermatologists that are worsening with time, according to a study published online Sept. 5 in JAMA Dermatology.https://medicalxpress.com/news/2018-09-geographic-disparities-dermatologists.html
Diseases, Conditions, SyndromesMon, 17 Sep 2018 16:30:01 ESTnews456416958Dermatologist intervention tied to better sun protection(HealthDay)—A brief intervention delivered by dermatologists is associated with improvements in patients' sun protection behavior as well as their satisfaction with dermatologists' communication, according to a study published online Aug. 8 in JAMA Dermatology.https://medicalxpress.com/news/2018-08-dermatologist-intervention-tied-sun.html
HealthMon, 13 Aug 2018 12:20:01 ESTnews453378294Man against machine: AI is better than dermatologists at diagnosing skin cancerResearchers have shown for the first time that a form of artificial intelligence or machine learning known as a deep learning convolutional neural network (CNN) is better than experienced dermatologists at detecting skin cancer.https://medicalxpress.com/news/2018-05-machine-ai-dermatologists-skin-cancer.html
CancerMon, 28 May 2018 19:00:01 ESTnews446707959PAs may have lower diagnostic accuracy for melanoma(HealthDay)—Physician assistants (PAs) perform more skin biopsies per case of skin cancer diagnosed and diagnose fewer melanomas in situ than dermatologists, according to a study published online April 18 in JAMA Dermatology.https://medicalxpress.com/news/2018-04-pas-diagnostic-accuracy-melanoma.html
CancerFri, 20 Apr 2018 14:20:01 ESTnews443447715Early skin cancer more accurately diagnosed by dermatologist than other providersPhysician assistants (PAs) are increasingly used in dermatology practices to cut costs and improve access to care, but are more likely than dermatologists to perform unnecessary skin biopsies to check for cancer, while being less likely to accurately diagnose early stage skin cancers, according to new research conducted by the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine.https://medicalxpress.com/news/2018-04-early-skin-cancer-accurately-dermatologist.html
CancerWed, 18 Apr 2018 11:00:02 ESTnews443259042Geography matters: Prescribing patterns for opioids in dermatologyA new study suggests that opioid prescribing is not widespread among dermatologists, but opportunities exist in concentrated areas to reduce their use. The study appears online Feb. 7 in JAMA Dermatology.https://medicalxpress.com/news/2018-02-geography-patterns-opioids-dermatology.html
MedicationsWed, 07 Feb 2018 11:00:03 ESTnews437222906Dermatologists often undervalue depression, anxiety in patients(HealthDay)—Dermatologists across Europe tend to underestimate mood disorders in their patients, according to a study published online Dec. 16 in the British Journal of Dermatology.https://medicalxpress.com/news/2017-12-dermatologists-undervalue-depression-anxiety-patients.html
Psychology & PsychiatryThu, 28 Dec 2017 01:40:01 ESTnews433646262Racial minorities less likely to see a doctor for psoriasisDespite the fact that their disease may be more severe, a new study shows minorities are less likely than white Americans to see a doctor for psoriasis treatment. Researchers from the Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania found that black, Asian, and other non-Hispanic minorities are about 40 percent less likely to see a dermatologist for psoriasis than whites. Additionally, whites averaged about double the number of doctor's appointments for psoriasis overall compared with non-Hispanic minorities. Rates were similar between white and Hispanic individuals. Researchers published their findings this week in the Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology.https://medicalxpress.com/news/2017-12-racial-minorities-doctor-psoriasis.html
Diseases, Conditions, SyndromesWed, 13 Dec 2017 10:35:34 ESTnews432383721Doctor density linked to billing for dermatology procedures(HealthDay)—Higher dermatologist density is associated with increased use of dermatology procedures and billing to Medicare, according to a study published online Nov. 29 in JAMA Dermatology.https://medicalxpress.com/news/2017-12-doctor-density-linked-billing-dermatology.html
HealthMon, 04 Dec 2017 12:38:41 ESTnews431613514Parent-supplied photos allow pediatric dermatology diagnoses with no office visit in most casesUsing smartphone cameras, parents can reliably take high-quality photographs of their child's skin condition to send to a dermatologist for diagnosis. This finding suggests that direct-to-patient dermatology can accurately provide pediatric dermatology care.https://medicalxpress.com/news/2017-11-parent-supplied-photos-pediatric-dermatology-office.html
PediatricsWed, 15 Nov 2017 13:45:36 ESTnews429975927Scribes improve dermatologist satisfaction, cut chart burden(HealthDay)—Scribes can reduce time spent on documentation and improve dermatologist satisfaction, according to a research letter published online Nov. 1 in JAMA Dermatology.https://medicalxpress.com/news/2017-11-scribes-dermatologist-satisfaction-burden.html
HealthSat, 04 Nov 2017 05:40:01 ESTnews428992164Majority of derm clinic patients express interest in anti-aging tx(HealthDay)—Patients are largely unfamiliar with most anti-aging treatment options, but are interested in pursuing future treatment, according to a study published online Aug. 3 in the Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology.https://medicalxpress.com/news/2017-08-majority-derm-clinic-patients-anti-aging.html
Diseases, Conditions, SyndromesMon, 14 Aug 2017 11:20:01 ESTnews421924968When is it nail fungus?(HealthDay)—If you think you have nail fungus, you might be tempted to hide your problem with nail polish or self-treat with over-the-counter antifungal products. But you should visit a doctor instead, a dermatologist suggests.https://medicalxpress.com/news/2017-07-fungus.html
Diseases, Conditions, SyndromesThu, 27 Jul 2017 17:40:01 ESTnews420394711Now is the time for dermatologists to learn genomicsDermatologists may need to look further than red hair and freckles when identifying patients who might be genetically predisposed to skin cancer.https://medicalxpress.com/news/2017-05-dermatologists-genomics.html
GeneticsMon, 08 May 2017 06:02:37 ESTnews413442147Median Medicare payment $171K per dermatologist in 2013(HealthDay)—The median Medicare payment was $171,397 per dermatologist in 2013, according to a research letter published online Nov. 16 in JAMA Dermatology.https://medicalxpress.com/news/2016-11-median-medicare-payment-171k-dermatologist.html
HealthSat, 19 Nov 2016 18:40:02 ESTnews398801685Research details industry payments to dermatologistsConnections between industry and clinicians exist and a new study published online by JAMA Dermatology used publicly available data to analyze the nature and extent of industry payments to dermatologists.https://medicalxpress.com/news/2016-10-industry-payments-dermatologists.html
HealthWed, 05 Oct 2016 11:36:41 ESTnews394886090Finding skin cancer in a flashThe typical nude skin cancer checks with long photo sessions at your dermatologist's office to track any suspicious skin marks just got a lot more accurate, while reducing the chance of unnecessary biopsies.https://medicalxpress.com/news/2016-07-skin-cancer.html
CancerFri, 29 Jul 2016 08:00:01 ESTnews388997518Derms seek minimally invasive rx mostly from other derms(HealthDay)—A majority of female dermatologists undergo minimally invasive cosmetic procedures (MICPs), and most choose other dermatologists to perform the procedures, according to a study published online June 20 in the Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology.https://medicalxpress.com/news/2016-06-derms-minimally-invasive-rx.html
SurgeryTue, 28 Jun 2016 11:42:14 ESTnews386332922Home remedy for skin cancer may cause damage, mask new growth(HealthDay)—Despite the promise of an "easy and natural" treatment for skin cancer, home remedies such as black salve can actually make things worse, new research shows.https://medicalxpress.com/news/2016-05-home-remedy-skin-cancer-mask.html
CancerMon, 23 May 2016 16:10:05 ESTnews383236594Teledermatology linked to access to dermatologists for Medicaid enrollees in CaliforniaPrimary care practices in a large California Medicaid managed care plan offering teledermatology had an increased fraction of patients who visited a dermatologist compared with other practices, according to an article published online by JAMA Dermatology.https://medicalxpress.com/news/2016-05-teledermatology-linked-access-dermatologists-medicaid.html
HealthWed, 04 May 2016 12:21:30 ESTnews381583282Got a rash? You might be allergic to nickel, dermatologist says(HealthDay)—Nickel is one of the most common causes of a skin rash that occurs due to contact with an allergen, a dermatologist says.https://medicalxpress.com/news/2015-08-rash-allergic-nickel-dermatologist.html
ImmunologyThu, 20 Aug 2015 17:30:58 ESTnews359310652Straight talk about poison ivy(HealthDay)—Reports that poison ivy has gotten bigger, stronger or more prevalent are misleading, one dermatologist says.https://medicalxpress.com/news/2015-07-straight-poison-ivy.html
HealthFri, 10 Jul 2015 20:00:01 ESTnews355776276Mobile teledermoscopy for short-term monitoring of atypical molesAllowing patients to use mobile devices to capture skin images appears to be a feasible and effective method for short-term monitoring of atypical nevi (moles), according to an article published online by JAMA Dermatology.https://medicalxpress.com/news/2015-01-mobile-teledermoscopy-short-term-atypical-moles.html
Diseases, Conditions, SyndromesWed, 28 Jan 2015 12:17:27 ESTnews341669840Booking a trip to the ER on your smartphone? It's a breezeIt's like OpenTable for medical appointments. No waiting weeks to see a dermatologist. No sitting for hours in the emergency room. No frantic calls to find a family doctor with openings.https://medicalxpress.com/news/2015-01-er-smartphone-breeze.html
HealthThu, 15 Jan 2015 09:00:01 ESTnews340534082Is the label 'hypoallergenic' helpful or just marketing hype?Many consumers seek out shampoos, soaps and cosmetics that are labeled "hypoallergenic" or "dermatologist tested," words that imply the products are safe to use. But recent research gives shoppers reason to question what those labels really mean. Now some scientists and consumer advocates are calling for change, according to an article in Chemical & Engineering News (C&EN), the weekly newsmagazine of the American Chemical Society.https://medicalxpress.com/news/2014-12-hypoallergenic-hype.html
HealthWed, 17 Dec 2014 10:47:47 ESTnews338035656Dermatologists present seven referral tips for rheumatologists(HealthDay)—Dermatologists and rheumatologists often refer to one another, and in an article published in the November issue of The Rheumatologist, dermatologists present seven tips for rheumatologists to improve this collaboration.https://medicalxpress.com/news/2014-11-dermatologists-referral-rheumatologists.html
Diseases, Conditions, SyndromesThu, 20 Nov 2014 18:30:02 ESTnews335728386Few adverse events found in noninvasive, minimally invasive cosmetic proceduresMinimally invasive cosmetic procedures, including fillers, neurotoxins and laser and energy device procedures are exceedingly safe and have essentially no risk of serious adverse events, reports a new Northwestern Medicine study that analyzed more than 20,000 procedures around the country.https://medicalxpress.com/news/2014-11-adverse-events-noninvasive-minimally-invasive.html
OtherWed, 05 Nov 2014 16:00:01 ESTnews334423792Public overinflates time spent by dermatologists on cosmetic Tx(HealthDay)—The public believes dermatologists spend more time performing cosmetic procedures than they actually do, according to research published in the November issue of the Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology.https://medicalxpress.com/news/2014-10-overinflates-spent-dermatologists-cosmetic-tx.html
HealthThu, 30 Oct 2014 18:30:01 ESTnews333908041Online dermatologic follow-up for atopic dermatitis earns equivalent resultsAn online model for follow-up care of atopic dermatitis (eczema) that gave patients direct access to dermatologists resulted in equivalent clinical improvement compared to patients who received traditional in-person care writes author April W. Armstrong, M.D., M.P.H., of the University of Colorado, Denver, and colleagues.https://medicalxpress.com/news/2014-10-online-dermatologic-follow-up-atopic-dermatitis.html
Diseases, Conditions, SyndromesWed, 22 Oct 2014 16:00:04 ESTnews333204489Acne can't be prevented or cured, but it can be treated effectivelyAcne just won't go away. The skin condition characterized by unsightly blemishes remains one of the most common disorders there is, with an estimated 80 percent of all people having outbreaks at some point in their lives. Acne doesn't discriminate by gender or race, and while it's most common in adolescents and young adults it can appear at later ages, especially in women. There's no way to prevent acne, there's no cure, and today's over-the-counter remedies contain the same basic ingredients as those on drugstore shelves decades ago.https://medicalxpress.com/news/2014-06-acne-effectively.html
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